I began working at AnimeNext as an Advanced Audio Visual Technician (2018) before becoming a Live Events Director and Human Resources Lead (2019). Following COVID-19, I returned as the new Head of Main Events (2023).Live Operations and AV Production (2018 - ):- Direction for professional music performances, high scale events, and panels.- Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit live music performances, Q&A panels, video conferencing, and multimedia presentations.- Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audiovisual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.- Coordinate technical and stage management roles of up to 30 junior and entry-level staff members.- Live camera operations for large events including remotely controlled, crawl, and stationary cameras.Crawl Camera Operator:- 2018 - 'All Off' Main Concert, Cosplay Masquerade PageantDirection:- 2019 (As Live Events Director/TD/AD) - 'Cellchrome' Main Concert, Cosplay Burlesque Show, LeChat Concert, Cosplay Masquerade Pageant, Kohei Hattori's Live DJ Concert, Shihori Concert- 2023 (As Head of Main Events/Director) - 'Blue Encount' Main Concert, Cosplay Burlesque Show, Cosplay Masquerade Pageant, Dom Palombi ConcertHuman Resources (2019 - 2022):- Create and assess applications for hundreds of staff.- Configure travel accommodations such as hotels and solve staff/attendee issues with hotels and venues.- Deal directly with issues involving staff and vendor relations.- Assign roles and positions to staff; assign tasks to lower rank HR team members.

Bakery Attendant (May '20 - May '21)Cake Decorator (May '21 - July ‘21)My Cakes: t.ly/8ySa

- Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.- Prepare or direct preparation of correspondence, reports, and operations, maintenance, and safety manuals.- Collect customer registry information such as names, emails, phone numbers, addresses, etc.- Knowledgeable and proficient in technology in order to accurately and efficiently process customer transactions professionally and in compliance with the Paper Source policy; sales, returns, gift certificates, special orders, etc.- Maintain store operations and visual merchandising standards to ensure a ‘grand opening’ look and feel to our customers.- Understand customers’ needs and projects to be able to make meaningful suggestions for additional purchases to achieve company goals.- Knowledgeable about constantly changing product inventory and up to date with new product releases.Originated as a CSA in Boston location. Now a keyholder in Upper East Side NYC

- Engage customers while solving issues,providing end-to-end solutions with fast andaccurate processing of transactions.- Maintain professional communication withcustomers and peers while using cross-functionalcompany resources and tools.- Accountable for driving positive NPS results atCheckout, Store Pickup, and Customer Service.

- Checked app regularly to spot and handle corrections and additions.- Organized efficient trips and routes for maximum hourly rates.- Selected items based on customers’ preferences and coordinated directly with customers to manage necessary changes.- Followed customers’ instructions closely to avoid errors and maintain high satisfaction ratings.

- Executive Producer in charge of Technical aspects- Lead Editor (Nominated for Outstanding Editing for Nonfiction EVVY Award)- Participated in writing, script editing, creative design, etc in addition to technical role

Logistics EP for News at 9 - May 2017-Dec 2017- Perform administrative duties, such as preparing operational reports, distributing rehearsal call sheets and script copies, and arranging for rehearsal quarters.- Conduct meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to ensure production objectives are attained.Technical EP for News at 9 - Dec 2017-May 2018- Organize and string together raw footage into a continuous whole according to scripts or the instructions of directors and producers.- Set up and operate computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product.

Writer for EIVNews.com

Official Makeup Artist for EIV News (Evening News, News @ 9, The Box Score, Internews, The Dish, etc.)- APPLY MAKEUP TO ENHANCE, AND/OR ALTER THE APPEARANCE OF PEOPLE APPEARING IN PRODUCTIONS SUCH AS MOVIES.- ALTER OR MAINTAIN MAKEUP DURING PRODUCTIONS AS NECESSARY TO COMPENSATE FOR LIGHTING CHANGES OR TO ACHIEVE CONTINUITY OF EFFECT.- DEMONSTRATE PRODUCTS TO CLIENTS, AND PROVIDE INSTRUCTION IN MAKEUP APPLICATION.

National Section Editor (Jan 2017 - May 2017) and Special Olympic Editor (January 2018 - March 2018) for EIVNews.com

Stage Manager for News at 9; The Box Score with Sam Benson Smith.- Compile cue words and phrases, and cue talent, camera operators, and technicians during performances.- Establish pace of programs and sequences of scenes according to time requirements and cast and set accessibility.

Content EP of Evening News- Coordinate the activities of writers, directors, managers, and other personnel throughout the production process.- Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of television programs.- Monitor broadcasts to ensure that programs conform to station or network policies and regulations.

Technical Associate Producer for News at 9

Weather Correspondent for News at 9

Stage Manager for EIV News @ 9

Editorial AP for EIV News @ 9

Field Producer for EIV Evening News and News @ 9

- Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the audio, visual, and aesthetic designs of a large-scale production.- Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties.- Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees, or oversee those personnel processes.- Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.

- Prepared espresso and other hot beverages using a manual La Marzocco GB/5 AV Commercial Espresso Machine.- Brewed teas and tea latte bases daily; including adjusting water temperatures and sugar content in care of each specific type.- Broke down and performed daily cleaning and maintenance on espresso machine and all other equipment.- Typically worked as sole barista on schedule.

Promoted to Barista Trainer June 2017- Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.- Assists with new partner training by positively reinforcing successful performance and giving respectful and encouraging coaching as needed.- Delivers customer service to all customers by acting with a customer comes first attitude and connecting with the customer.- Provides quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards.

President at Emerson College's only music label, Wax on Felt Records. Previously Marketing Director where I maintained social media and promotion of events.

Writing at least one article a week, attending bi-weekly meetings.

Filmed and edited packages in studio and on location.